Blue-and-White Archaic Glaze Gaiwan / Teapot Lid Holder

Product Specifications Capacity: N/A Diameter: 6.5cm Height: 6.0cm Material: Kaolin Clay Food Safe: Yes Packaging: Premium gift box Traditional War Drum Form · Underglaze Landscape Painting · Smooth Glaze Finish The Object: Gai Zhi (Lid Holder) In the refined practice of Gongfu tea ceremony, the Gai Zhi—also known as a lid holder or lid rest—serves a quiet but essential role. This small ceramic piece is designed to hold the lid of a gaiwan (lidded bowl) or teapot when the vessel is open during brewing . By lifting the lid off the tea table, it maintains cleanliness and prevents moisture stains on the tea mat, while adding a subtle decorative element to the tea setting. This lid holder is shaped as a miniature ancient Chinese war drum, a form that carries historical resonance. War drums were used on battlefields to command troops, boost morale, and mark military rhythms . The surface is hand-painted in traditional underglaze blue-and-white technique, featuring a classical Chinese ink-wash landscape scene. During a Gongfu tea session, the lid holder is placed to the side of the gaiwan or teapot. When the brewer lifts the lid to inspect the leaves or add water, the lid rests on the holder rather than directly on the tea table .